However, the EU is also known for wasting taxpayer money on things that don’t really make much sense, which makes you wonder exactly what it means by “research and innovation programs.” In fact, Britain recently gave €177 million to the EU to spend on “aid projects” that included yoga classes in India, juggling lessons in Tanzania, and help for Caribbean coconut farmers. With spending habits like this, it’s no wonder Brexit is happening. Here are some more examples of wasteful EU spending.